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How to Thrive as a Senior and Maintain Independence

Each February we celebrate National Senior Independence Month and the empowerment that comes from seniors being able to care for themselves and maintain a safe and comfortable quality of life. The more that you can do to help your senior loved one help themselves, the better they often feel – both mentally and physically. In […]

Blue Water Homecare Shares Tips for Caregivers in Honor of Alzheimer’s and Dementia Staff Education Week

This week at Blue Water Homecare, we are celebrating all of our fellow caretakers who have the delicate task of looking after people living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Alzheimer’s and Dementia Staff Education Week(February 14-18, 2022) is dedicated to raising awareness about these conditions and sharing best practices for those entrusted with their care. […]

5 Tips for Staying Active Inside When It’s Cold Outside

We get our fair share of cold weather in the winter. And oftentimes, these cooler temps can make it hard to get outside and get moving. Experts have been saying this for decades – movement and regular exercise can reduce your risk for chronic health conditions, strengthen balance (which is important for seniors), and boost […]

What type of home care does my senior loved one need?

It can be hard to admit when you may need help caring for your senior loved one. Following that realization, it can be equally as challenging to determine what type of help you actually need for them. The good news is that there are many options out there to assist you, provide respite and peace-of-mind, […]

Helpful Holiday Gifts for Seniors

Holiday gift giving for seniors, especially those who are closely tied to being at home, can be challenging. Practical gifts that can help make their life easier and more comfortable (as well as that of the person who is caring for them) are often appreciated. Blue Water Homecare works with hundreds of families in Central […]

Is holiday travel possible with dementia? (Answer: YES)

Many people are eager to hit the road this holiday season or fly the friendly skies now that the constraints of last year’s pandemic have loosened. For those families traveling with a loved one who is affected by dementia, or memory loss, there are special precautions that you can take to ensure a safe and […]

Blue Water Homecare Spreads a Little Joy in the Form of a Pink Flamingo

Our experienced Blue Water Homecare caregivers like to go that extra mile while tending to our clients’ unique needs. Not too long ago, one of our team members went above and beyond–and then some–when she coordinated a very special visit for one of our clients. Peggy Garrison was tickled pink this past July when she […]

Preparing for Parkinson’s Disease: Tips for Caregivers and Loved Ones

Parkinson’s Disease currently affects more than 1 million people in the United States, and an estimated 60,000 people are diagnosed with it each year. It is a neurodegenerative disorder that impacts balance, coordination, and mobility and can cause uncontrollable tremors and early onset dementia. Another characteristic of Parkinson’s is that it is often slow to […]